Coloretto
- Designer Michael Schacht
- Publisher ABACUSSPIELE , 999 Games , Albi , Brain Games , Corfix
- Illustration Guido Favaro , Michael Schacht , Oksana Svistun
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Coloretto, players collect colored cards by either drawing cards to rows or taking entire rows. The challenge is to collect sets in up to three colors since additional colors cause penalty points. The game involves Open Drafting and Push Your Luck mechanics as players decide when to take a row or risk drawing more cards. Jokers and +2 cards help salvage your strategy. After several rounds, the player with the highest score calculated via a triangular scoring system wins.
Who Is This Game For?
Coloretto is a family-friendly game suitable for ages 8 and up. With a 30-minute playtime, it fits well into short sessions and is accessible to beginners. It is ideal for families and casual players seeking an easy-to-learn card game with tactical decisions.
How It Works
Players take turns using Open Drafting to either add a card to a row or claim a whole row. Push Your Luck comes into play as rows can hold up to three cards, forcing players to choose between continuing or taking a row. The objective is to collect large sets of up to three colors using Set Collection. The Turn Order: Pass Order mechanic influences when players choose to take rows, adding strategic timing.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Michael Schacht, Coloretto won the Fairplay À la carte award and the Japan Boardgame Prize for Best Foreign Game for Beginners in 2003, and was recommended for Spiel des Jahres that year. It is the basis for the successful board game Zooloretto. Its unique blend of Open Drafting and Push Your Luck stands out among simple card games.
Awards
2003
2003
2003
- 2003 Fairplay À la carte — Winner
- 2003 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
- 2003 À-la-carte-Kartenspielpreis — Winner
Pro
- Easy to learn with clear rules and short playtime
- Exciting combination of Open Drafting and Push Your Luck
- Supports 2 to 5 players for flexible game sessions
- Award-winning design including Fairplay À la carte 2003
Contra
- Abstract theme with limited narrative depth
- Relatively low tactical complexity for expert players
- May become predictable after multiple plays
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game features a colorful chameleon theme with cards depicting different colors and jokers. It is an abstract card game focusing on color collection without a narrative or historical setting, categorized under Animals and Color.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on collecting no more than three colors and use jokers and +2 cards to support your sets.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Coloretto is designed for 2 to 5 players and does not include an official solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 30 minutes, allowing for quick play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is family-friendly and easy to learn, requiring no special prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Coloretto’s mix of Open Drafting and Push Your Luck makes it lighter and faster than many other set-collection games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for players aged 8 and up and is easy enough for family play.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its core mechanics are the combination of Open Drafting, Push Your Luck, and Set Collection.
Fazit
Coloretto offers quick, accessible gameplay with tactical depth suitable for families and casual players. While not complex enough for experts seeking heavy strategy, it remains a solid choice for light and engaging card play.
